NORIA WINES Pinot Noir, Sangiacomo Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
Created Especially to Pair with Delicate Cuisine, Japanese cuisine and fresh ingredients to bring out the lively flavors of the wines. A type of Japanese sake called Junmai is the basis of this Pinot Noir. *DOUBLE GOLD WINNER - SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE WINE COMPETITION*
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Dazzling red berry, supple acidity, finesse and depth
- Sangiacomo Vineyard, 100% Pinot Noir
- Beautiful wine aptly awarded from San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and American Fine Wine Competition
WINEMAKER: Nori Nakamura; Larsen Family, Artesa, Silenus, Jamieson Ranch, Pine Ridge
WHAT WE TASTED:
Delectable aromas of raspberry, cherry, and rose petal as well as attractive bouquets of cedar, caramel, and a hint of anise. Dazzling red berry flavor expands on the palate. Supple acidity and refined tannins lift the mid-palate and provide the exquisite mouthfeel with finesse and depth. A nuance of elegant oak notes adds a touch of spiciness and tension to the delightful finish. Sensual and transparent. Pure and elegant. Such an expansion of flavor here!
AVA DESIGNATED: Sonoma Coast
WHAT WE PAIRED:
- Grilled Kobe beef, Japanese noodles, sautéed onions, bell pepper and broccoli
- Goat cheese brie and toasted walnuts
- Seared Ahi Tuna atop wilted greens
- Steak teriyaki with pan-fried shiitake mushrooms
PERSONALITY:
NORIA means water wheel in Spanish, which represents positive elements of life such as water, nature, flow, and energy, even fireworks. Nori and Maria are a darling couple focused 100% on this niche winemaking - fruity, smooth and elegant, like sake. The grapes are brought to Napa and handcrafted in small lots. Nori always chooses single vineyards to bring out pure flavors and sense of place.
TECHNICAL
- 75% fermented in an open top stainless fermenter with some whole clusters and 25% fermented in new French oak barrels
- Both portions are drained and combined right after fermentation to obtain an ideal tannin structure
- 100% wildcrafted native yeast, unfined, unfiltered
- Aged in 100% French Oak (45% new) for 14 months
- Three clones (Swan/777/115)
*Ground shipping in states where allowed. Temperature control shipping in effect May 1 through Sept 15 to protect these fine wines. A small fee will be added to each shipment. You may choose 2 day or overnight air also*. Our summer solutions overnight shipping rate is the best deal!